Great atmosphere, partly due to the surfing school run there - it really got people together and we got the benefit even though we were not surfers.

John,
New Zealand

The room was spacious and colourfully decorated. Would be perfect for a family or a group of friends

Rhonda,
United Kingdom

Very nice atmosphere

Jennifer,
New Zealand

Loved this hostel, was very funky. Comfortable ,clean and owner very accommodating.

Elizabeth,
Australia

I liked the whole concept. Very comfortable, with no hassle. I arrived at night and they were fast to settle me down.

Rafael,
Mexico

Woofer girls were awesome,very entertaining and welcoming staff.

Viri,
New Zealand

Great respect for everyone, young and old plus very helpful staff - Excellent vibe about the place! Thanks guys!

Vicki,
Australia

We had a TV in our room, and we got quite a few free vouchers for internet which was great. The staff were also friendly.

Lyndsay,
New Zealand

Cool place for backpackers.Many young people which makes it a bit noisy.

Laszlo,
Greece

The staff was awesome, surfingschool and the art all around the hostel gives you the right feeling. I think that Bazils should change the word hostel to home.

Johan,
Sweden

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Westport's town centre, Bazil's Backpackers Hostel & Surf School is set in a quiet garden with hammocks. It offers free Wi-Fi, free yoga lessons and free bicycle hire, and paddle boarding. Guests staying for 5 nights or more receive a free surf lesson.

The property has 2 guest lounge areas with TVs. Free tea/coffee making facilities are provided. There is also a covered barbecue area with picnic tables. Coin-operated laundry machines are available.

Accommodation options include a shared dormitory room, a private room or a self-contained studio. All offer heating and bathroom facilities are shared for most rooms. The studios feature a kitchenette.

You can enjoy a cooked breakfast daily and there is a fully equipped shared kitchen where you can prepare your own meals.

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Anonymous

New Zealand

3.8

Poor

March 15, 2014

Bazil's lost our booking for 3 people in our own room, and so we ended up having to share with another stranger. The music was really loud right next to our room, and the hostel was very dirty. I would not stay here again.